Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 24 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080867
Common Names
- Gyptis inornata
- Inornate Gyptis
- Gyptis
Description
Gyptis inornata (also called Unadorned Gyptis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Gyptis inornata is a small shrub with white flowers that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gyptis inornata has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a head-like structure. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gyptis inornata is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagation is best done through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Gyptis inornata
Gyptis inornata is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Gyptis inornata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gyptis inornata?
Gyptis inornata
What type of plant is Gyptis inornata?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Gyptis inornata found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Gyptis genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,